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Be Aware of Toxic Cyanobacteria
Be Aware of Toxic Cyanobacteria

Cyanobacteria, also known as blue-green algae, can produce toxins that are harmful to livestock, wildlife and people.

Beef Production
Tips for Managing Cattle During Winter Conditions in April
Tips for Managing Cattle During Winter Conditions in April

Areas of North Dakota experienced snowfall amounts that broke records, and the subsequent extended windy, cold weather with additional snow has produced great stress on newborn and young calves.

Kristin Harner
Industry
Major Flooding Possible After Exceptional Drought in North Dakota
Major Flooding Possible After Exceptional Drought in North Dakota

Based on the National Weather Service North Central River Forecast Center’s latest forecast, there is a 90% chance that the Red River will exceed the major flood stage this spring.

Kristin Harner
Beef Production
Reasons to Graze or Not Graze Drought-Stressed Pastures This Fall
Reasons to Graze or Not Graze Drought-Stressed Pastures This Fall

August and September rains turned some drought-stressed pasture and rangeland in North Dakota looking green and lush, leading ranchers to wonder how grazing will influence forage production in 2022?

Kristin Harner